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Zebra FX9600 Fixed RFID Reader 4-Port, UHF, PoE/PoE+, Linux, No USB Hub, 4 Input/4 Output GPIO

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FX9600-42320A56-US

The die-cast aluminum body feels solid and rugged. Zebra FX9600 Pro is a fixed 4-port UHF RFID reader with PoE and PoE+ support, Linux operation, and 4 input and 4 output GPIO for general-purpose RFID tracking in demanding environments.
Description
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The Zebra FX9600 Ultra-Rugged RFID Reader is a fixed-mount UHF reader designed for high-throughput identification and inventory operations in warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing and other industrial environments. Available in 4- and 8-port configurations, the FX9600 delivers enterprise-class read performance and flexible deployment options—Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+), 24V DC, multiple wired interfaces and optional wireless dongles—within a die-cast aluminum, IP53-sealed enclosure. Built to host embedded applications and withstand demanding conditions, it helps streamline integration, reduce infrastructure cost, increase tag read rates and improve real-time visibility for asset tracking, receiving, shipping and automated inventory workflows.

Key Features

  • High RF performance: Delivers industry-class transmit power (up to +33 dBm) and fast read throughput to maximize tag reads and range in busy RFID workflows.
  • Multi-port flexibility: Offered in 4- and 8-antenna configurations to cover single portals or multiple dock doors with fewer devices, lowering deployment and management effort.
  • Rugged industrial design: Die-cast aluminum housing with IP53 ingress protection and MIL-STD-810G durability for reliable operation in harsh, dusty or damp environments.
  • Flexible power and connectivity: Supports PoE (802.3af), PoE+ (802.3at) and 24V DC plus Ethernet, USB, serial and GPIO interfaces for straightforward integration and simplified cabling.
  • Edge processing: Linux-based platform with onboard memory and the ability to host embedded applications, reducing backend processing and network load.

Specifications

  • Product Name: Zebra FX9600 Ultra-Rugged RFID Reader
  • Brand: Zebra
  • Category: Fixed Mount Scanners / Fixed UHF RFID Reader
  • Model / MPN examples: FX9600-82320A50-US, FX9600-42325A50-E8, FX9600-42325A56-WR
  • Antenna Ports: 4 or 8 (variant dependent)
  • Antenna Connector Type: RP-TNC Female
  • Power Options: PoE (802.3af), PoE+ (802.3at), or 24V DC
  • Maximum Transmit Power: Up to +33 dBm
  • Transmit Power Range (PoE): 0 to +31.5 dBm
  • Transmit Power Range (PoE+ / 24V DC): 0 to +33 dBm
  • Maximum Read Rate: 1250 tags/sec
  • Maximum Receive Sensitivity: -86 dBm
  • Air Interface Protocols: EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 V2 (ISO 18000-63)
  • Operating Frequency (UHF): 902–928 MHz (and regional variants including 865–868 MHz / 800 MHz)
  • Interfaces: Ethernet (10/100 BaseT), USB Host (Type A), USB Client (Type B), Serial (DB9/RS-232)
  • General Purpose I/O (GPIO): 4 inputs, 4 outputs, optically isolated
  • Memory: 512 MB Flash, 256 MB DRAM
  • Operating System: Linux (embedded)
  • Housing Material: Die-cast aluminum
  • Ingress Protection Rating: IP53
  • Military Standard Compliance: MIL-STD-810G (select variants)
  • Operating Temperature Range: -20 to +55 °C
  • Dimensions (example): 273.05 x 184.15 x 50.8 mm
  • Weight (example): 2.13 kg

Main Features

  • RFID: Yes

  • Rugged: Industrial

  • Connection: Ethernet

Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Minimum Frequency 902 MHz
Maximum Frequency 928 MHz
Frequency Band Type UHF
Interfaces/Ports
Network (RJ-45) Yes
Physical Characteristics
Product Material Die-cast Aluminum
Width 7.2"
Depth 2"
Weight (Approximate) 4.40 lb
Miscellaneous
Environmentally Friendly Yes
Environmental Compliance
  • Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
  • Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
Warranty
Limited Warranty 12 Month
Documents
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Product document fx9600.pdf FX9600-42320A56-US Product document fx9600.pdf MOD-FX9600
FAQs
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How many antenna ports does the Zebra FX9600 RFID reader support, and what connector type do they use?
The FX9600 is available in either a 4-port or 8-port antenna configuration, with each port using an RP-TNC Female connector, allowing it to cover a single portal or multiple dock doors from one device.
What power options are available for the Zebra FX9600, and does transmit power vary by power source?
The FX9600 supports PoE (802.3af), PoE+ (802.3at), and 24V DC. When powered via PoE, transmit power ranges from 0 to +31.5 dBm; with PoE+ or 24V DC, the full range of 0 to +33 dBm is available.
What wired interfaces does the Zebra FX9600 offer for integration into an existing infrastructure?
It provides Ethernet (10/100 BaseT), USB Host (Type A), USB Client (Type B), and Serial (DB9/RS-232) interfaces, plus four optically isolated GPIO inputs and four optically isolated GPIO outputs.
What RFID air interface protocol does the Zebra FX9600 support, and what is its maximum read rate?
The FX9600 operates on EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 V2 (ISO 18000-63) and achieves a maximum read rate of 1,250 tags per second.
How rugged is the Zebra FX9600, and what environments is it designed for?
The FX9600 features a die-cast aluminum housing with an IP53 ingress protection rating and MIL-STD-810G durability compliance, and it operates across a temperature range of -20 to +55 °C, making it suited for warehouses, distribution centers, and other demanding industrial environments.
Can the Zebra FX9600 run embedded applications locally, and what computing resources does it have onboard?
Yes, the FX9600 runs an embedded Linux operating system and is equipped with 512 MB of Flash memory and 256 MB of DRAM, enabling it to host applications at the edge and reduce reliance on backend servers or network bandwidth.